Locksmiths in Carlton Nottingham

Got a call from one of the letting agents we do work for to collect keys for a property in Carlton and change all the locks.

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I arrived at the property and straight away noticed the black composite door and thought that this was a standard Euro cylinder lock change but as I approached the door it as clear that this wasn’t a Euro lock change as the key hole looked more like a Mortice lock key hole i checked the keys and yep there was a Mortice type key…. that was enough information for me to know this was a ERA Vectis.

ERA made a choice to develop this type of lock for composite doors and although a very good locking system that is very secure it isn’t as easy or as practical as a Euro lock, I mean ok if it’s your home great you may never need to change the lock but for rental properties that should always have locks changed on a regular basis (the more tenants good or bad that could possibly still have a key to a property after leaving is not the best for security or safety) it’s not a easy job – like a Mortice lock the whole unit has to be removed and changed and they are not the cheapest in comparison with say a Euro cylinder lock that’s found of most Upvc and composite doors.

Now you can change the backseat/gearbox to a Euro cylinder type but you may also have to change the handles as well…. more cost but it would save you a lot more if you need to change the lock a few times.

I contacted the landlord and asked what he would like to do and advised the cost of all the options, he opted to keep this type of system that was in place – mortice type key so I stripped the door of its handles and removed the multipoint.

Th ERA Vectis comes in two sizes 35mm or 45mm – this one was 45mm but I had both sizes on the van, another odd that I’d forgot about most backseats measure to the centre of the key way/spindle but as you can see in the image below these measure to the far edge of the spindle, don’t ask me why.

Once the security screws were undone the gearbox removed and swopped for the new one it’s just a case of putting everything back on the door and the jobs completed. Let’s just hope that this is the last lock change for the landlord for a while as we all know those landlords hate parting with their money 😀.

NG Locksmiths has been providing locksmith services in Nottingham and across Nottinghamshire for over 60yrs all of our locksmiths are fully trained in all aspects of the locksmith and security industry. Over the years we have run into every fault or problem that can arise with a lock and/or it’s locking mechanism and have the knowledge and skills to overcome the problem or fault.

In the event of a lock out our locksmiths will only us non destructive methods to gain entry this means you will only have to pay for the cost to gain entry into your property or room and will not be hit with the bill to replace locks.

NG Locksmiths offer a fully mobile service that brings the locksmith shop direct to your door we carry a huge amount of spare parts and locks so we can complete all jobs in just one visit – this fast effective service means very little disturbance or inconvenience to yourself and lower labour charges as you will not have to be charged for return visits.

NG Locksmiths only supply and fit quality branded parts and locks and all work carried out comes with a full parts and labour warranty this means for you the customer has full piece of mind when choosing ourselves to get the job done.

NG Locksmith prices are the most competitive in Nottingham and across Nottinghamshire so do not get a job done until you have had a quote from us!

We also offer discounts on parts and labour for NUS,OAP and NHS.

All of the NG Locksmiths team have had a full Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and are covered by public liability insurance cover of £5,000,000 – all locksmiths are fully trained and have been vetted and approved by the National Guild of Locksmiths one of the most respected locksmith training and assessment organisations.